Employment Specialist

At Joshua Tree, our vision is to bring healing, help, and hope to individuals, families, and communities. As an Employment Specialist, you will directly implement this vision by serving others through state agency-approved vocational and transition services. We are seeking dedicated, results-driven professionals to work one-on-one with clients with developmental and physical disabilities. Your primary mission is to empower clients to find meaningful employment and provide the strategic, ongoing support necessary for them to thrive in the workplace. By conducting targeted meetings, partnering with local employers, and cultivating deep professional relationships, you will help clients achieve their vocational goals and grow both socially and professionally. Our "Core Four" Culture These principles are the driving force behind everything we do. A commitment to making these values your daily driving force is expected of all team members and plays a major role in our candidate selection process: 1. Strive for Excellence 2. Work with Confidence 4. Lead with Love Duties & Responsibilities Personalized Coaching: Provide high-quality, one-on-one professional guidance to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities. Goal Alignment: Conduct structured, regular assessments to identify clients' unique skills, assets, and long-term career goals. Workforce Preparation: Equip clients with essential job-search techniques, including resume development and interview preparation. Employer Partnerships: Proactively collaborate and partner with local businesses to identify hiring needs and facilitate successful job placements. Market Outreach: Actively assist clients in securing employment through applications, strategic professional networking, and community outreach. Retention Support: Provide exceptional, on-the-job advocacy and ongoing guidance to ensure lasting workplace success and true independence for our clients. Requirements & Experience Travel: This position requires consistent travel in the field to meet with clients and partner employers. Candidates must be comfortable traveling up to one hour away. Education: A college degree or professional certificates in Education, Management, Ministry, or a related field are preferred. Certifications: Professional credentials, specialized training certificates, religious licenses, or academic transcripts showing relevant class training are highly valued. Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills, professional acumen, and a genuine desire to help others achieve independence. Technical Proficiency: Must be highly proficient with Google Workspace apps (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Gmail, etc.) for accurate documentation and reporting. Compensation Full-time position: 35-40 hours per week Base Salary: $42,000 per year Insurance benefits available. Apply for This Position Complete the online application including your resume. You will receive a confirmation email when submitted. #J-18808-Ljbffr